The Big Honker Podcast

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff challenges Andy with some pop quiz questions, and Andy explores the rich history of the FDNY. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Jaden Winder from Missouri. The guys discuss Jaden’s routine for hunting public land ducks in Missouri, including the preparation, sco...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Ryan Barnes, the new Editor-in-Chief of Wildfowl Magazine, one of the most respected publications in the world of waterfowl hunting. The guys discuss Ryan’s journey to earning the top role at Wildfowl, the added responsibilities that come with leading such a prestigious hunting magazine, and the passion for storytelling and the pursuit of honesty that d...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Lee Greeson, one of the most accomplished high school football coaches in Texas. Over the course of his career, Lee worked with several powerhouse football programs and spent time coaching under the legendary Art Briles during his years at Stephenville. The guys discuss what it takes to build and sustain a dominant Texas high school football program, th...

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff tells the story of the “Missingest Man in America, New York Supreme Court Justice, Joseph Crater, and Andy explores weird phenomena that the human body does with no real scientific explanation. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Justin Drews from Oregon. The guys discuss the unique position Justin finds himself in while hunting a part of the country that sees very little waterf...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined once again by Erin Nimetz for another deep dive into the world of true crime. The group examines the bizarre and disturbing details surrounding the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping, discussing the twists, unanswered questions, and public fascination surrounding the case. They also explore America’s ongoing obsession with serial killers, true crime documentaries, a...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Adam Grimm, a three-time winner of the Federal Duck Stamp Competition, along with his daughter Madison Grimm, a three-time winner of the National Junior Duck Stamp Contest. Adam became the youngest artist ever to win the Federal Duck Stamp Contest, while Madison made history as the youngest winner of the National Junior Duck Stamp Contest. The guys disc...

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff lists several of the inventions that have come from the great state of Texas, and Andy looks at the story of the invention and marketing ploy of Crisco. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver rant and rave over a wide range of topics in this episode, starting with the anticipation surrounding the upcoming NFL schedule release and the buzz around the league heading into the new season. The conversation then shifts to the growing struggles facing the American farmer, and the economic pressures hitting rural communities. The guys also discuss the growing dis...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Jon Deeter from Guyette & Deeter following their record-breaking April auction. The guys discuss several of the rare and historic pieces that each sold for more than $1 million, many of them coming from the legendary Jim Cook and Diane Cook collection. Jon shares what makes these antique duck decoys so valuable and why the market for vintage waterfo...

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff looks at modern inventions that were found by happenstance, and Andy shares some staggering stats on Nick Saban’s dominance of college football. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Trenton Forbes from Colorado. The guys discuss the highs and lows from Trenton’s season in Colorado, the three most harvested ducks in Colorado, his pr...

The guys discuss how a passion project that started in a college apartment grew into a successful business in the competitive watch industry. Michael shares how he taught himself the art of watchmaking from the ground up, the challenges of building a brand, and the lessons learned along the way. They also dive into the evolving watch market, how Hook and Gaff is thinking outside the box to stand o...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Zach Sieler of the Miami Dolphins. Zach and his wife, Hannah Sieler, founded the Sieler Safe Haven Foundation to provide outdoor education, hunting, and fishing experiences for youth, especially those with disabilities or from underserved communities. They discuss what inspired them to launch their nonprofit, Zach’s journey from being waived by the Balt...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Dr. Mike Brasher, Senior Waterfowl Scientist for Ducks Unlimited, for an in-depth look at the current state of waterfowl across North America. They break down how conditions in the Prairie Pothole Region are shaping up as ducks and geese head into the breeding season, and what it could mean for the upcoming duck hunting season. The conversation also tou...

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff shares the story of an invention found in every office today and bets Andy some money on top selling candies in the US, while Andy explores the ways that grocery stores trick you into spending more money. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Christian Zeron of Theo & Harris, a vintage watch expert who’s recently found himself diving headfirst into the hunting and outdoor lifestyle. Growing up around New York City, Christian wasn’t raised around hunting or the outdoors. But after discovering it later in life, he hasn’t looked back—embracing every new opportunity with energy and curiosity...

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Brian Paulus from New Jersey to talk waterfowl hunting in the Garden State—from the marshes along the Delaware Bay to the coastal waters near Atlantic...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Corey Lucas, owner of Cedar Run Decoys, to unveil two new decoy lines set to launch this summer. Corey pulls back the curtain on the behind-the-scenes work it takes to bring a product to market, from concept to final production. The conversation also shifts beyond the blind, as the guys talk about Corey’s Bible study group and the importance of men havi...

In this series, Jeff & Andy dive into a mix of useless facts, myths, forgotten stories, and strange truths. In this episode, Jeff dives into the history of oil prices and who makes the most money on a gallon of gas, and Andy pulls a fast one on the weight of a pound of gold. This series is brought to you by the amazing Cedar Run Decoys.

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Tony Stanfield for another round of conspiracy talk, where nothing is off limits and everything gets questioned. The guys dig into reports of more than a dozen missing nuclear scientists, the spread and impact of the Lone Star tick, political redistricting in Virginia, and the ongoing conflict in Iraq.

This series highlights the highs and lows of hunting public land across different regions of America — the early mornings, the pressure, the competition, and the grind that comes with earning every bird. In this episode, Jeff and Andy are joined by Paul Hinman from Michigan to break down the ins and outs of hunting waterfowl on public land in the Great Lakes State. Paul talks about the heavy press...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Gary Joe Koetter and Andrew Lindemann, the duo behind the wildly popular Instagram page tracking all the ways Gary Joe manages to get fired up throughout the day—now closing in on a quarter million followers. The guys share more stories from Gary Joe’s glory days, dive into the latest farm-related mishaps and meltdowns, and, in a shocking turn of events...

Jeff Stanfield and Andy Shaver are joined by Knox County Extension Agent Jerry Coplen to discuss the proposed Farm Bill, including language around “live lure” that could have implications for dog trainers and upland hunters. The conversation also dives into the challenges facing American farmers, the current state of the beef market, and what it was like growing up on a farm. Jerry shares his thou...